What do you charge and do you take insurance?

I don’t take insurance, and I completely understand that that’s an obstacle for many people. I am with you in wishing therapy was more accessible! My rate is $175/session for individuals and $225/session for relational therapy, and reflects my level of education, training, and experience. I do keep a number of sliding scale spots open for under-resourced folks, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ communities. If I don’t have any sliding scale spots available, I will try my best to connect you with resources to find more affordable options. If we work together, I can provide monthly superbills that you can submit to insurance for reimbursement. Some insurance plans cover out-of-network mental health services, or a percentage of them, and some don’t. 

Do you offer in-person or virtual sessions?
I offer in-person sessions at my office in Pasadena as well as secure telehealth sessions for clients located in the state of California.

How long are sessions, and how often will we meet?
Sessions are typically 50 minutes and held once per week. We may meet more or less often depending on your needs and goals as well as progress in therapy. 

Are my problems “big enough” for therapy?

Many think that people only go to therapy when they are in crisis or when they are seriously struggling in life. I think that everyone should go to therapy at some point in their lives, and I believe there are many reasons why people choose to go to therapy. While therapy is a great place to work through struggles, it is also a great place to reflect and “do the deeper work,” which can be difficult to do when struggling. Life is beautiful, but life can be hard, and no matter where you are, it can be helpful to have some extra support.

Are you going to judge me? 

Absolutely 1000% not! When I say creating a safe, nonjudgmental space for my clients is important to me, I mean it. Therapy works best when clients feel safe to express their deepest thoughts and feelings, and when they don’t feel the need to censor themselves. I have been through my own share of difficult moments, and I have “seen it all” in my clinical work. When people share things that they feel ashamed of or embarrassed about, I don’t flinch; rather, it deepens my understanding of who that person is, makes me feel more connected to them, and reminds me that my own imperfections and quirks are part of being human.

Is what I share in therapy confidential?
Yes. Everything you share is confidential with a few exceptions required by law (such as concerns about safety). We’ll go over these in our first session.

What ages do you work with?
I have the most experience working with teens and young adults ages 13 - 25, but I work with people of all ages, as well as couples and families! 

What is your approach to therapy?
My approach is holistic, collaborative, person-centered, and trauma-informed. I always touch on attachment and cultural/systemic factors in treatment. I draw from DBT, CBT, and narrative therapy to address cognitive distortions, emotional regulation, and acceptance. I incorporate art, music, and other mindfulness/grounding techniques into my practice as appropriate. I also offer EMDR.